Char Dham Yatra Package
Char Dham Yatra Route Overview
Char Dham Yatra covers the four sacred shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in Uttarakhand, usually starting from Haridwar or Rishikesh and moving in a clockwise direction.
The most popular road route is Haridwar → Barkot → Yamunotri → Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Guptkashi/Sonprayag → Kedarnath → Joshimath/Pipalkoti → Badrinath → back to Rishikesh or Haridwar.
Char Dham Map With Distance
The Char Dham Yatra spans four sacred shrines in Uttarakhand. Here’s a breakdown of the road and trek distances to help pilgrims plan their journey:
Haridwar / Rishikesh → Yamunotri
Road: ~220–230 km
Trek: 6–7 km from Janki Chatti
Duration: ~7–8 hours by road + 2–3 hours trek
Tip: Start early to avoid mountain traffic; ponies or palanquins are available for the trek.
Yamunotri → Gangotri
Distance: ~228–240 km by road
Duration: 7–8 hours
Tip: Scenic drive along mountain valleys; stop at Uttarkashi for meals and rest.
Gangotri → Kedarnath
Road: ~250–320 km (via Uttarkashi → Guptkashi → Gaurikund)
Trek: ~16–20 km from Gaurikund to Kedarnath Temple
Tip: This is the most challenging segment; plan for overnight stops if needed. Helicopter rides are also available.
Kedarnath → Badrinath
Distance: ~200–220 km by road
Duration: ~6–8 hours
Tip: Drive via Joshimath; plan arrival at Badrinath before evening due to limited daylight in the mountains.
Badrinath → Haridwar / Delhi
Distance: ~300–500 km depending on route
Duration: 10–12 hours (or split across two days)
Tip: Long drive — consider an overnight stay in Rishikesh or Dehradun.
Trek Highlights
Yamunotri Trek: 6–7 km from Janki Chatti, moderate difficulty, suitable for most pilgrims.
Kedarnath Trek: 16–20 km from Gaurikund, challenging for beginners, but stunning Himalayan views.
Char Dham E‑pass / Registration
At present, Char Dham Yatra requires free online registration for every pilgrim; earlier “e‑pass” terminology used during Covid has now largely been merged into the standard QR‑based registration system.
Pilgrims can register and download their Yatra registration letter / QR code through the official Uttarakhand Char Dham portal (https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in), mobile app, or designated offline centres, and it is checked at multiple checkpoints on the route.
Char Dham Opening Dates 2026 & Yatra Dates
For Char Dham Yatra 2026, the temples are expected to open as follows:
Yamunotri & Gangotri: from 19 April 2026 (Not Fixed Yet)
Kedarnath: from 22 April 2026 (Not Fixed Yet)
Badrinath: from 24 April 2026 (Not Fixed Yet)
Char Dham Opening Dates for 2026 are not fixed yet; once updated from BKTC (Shri Badarinath Kedarnath Temple Committee) will update on all social platforms.
Char Dham Yatra by Bus
Most budget and group pilgrims prefer Char Dham Yatra by bus, either in government/GMOU buses or private Volvo/tempo traveller coaches operating from Delhi, Haridwar, and Rishikesh.
A standard bus‑based Char Dham circuit normally takes 9–12 days, depending on night halts, road conditions, and the trekking time for Kedarnath and Yamunotri.
Itinerary
Day 1 • Haridwar – Barkot
Drive Distance: 205 km | Duration: 7-8 hours | Max Altitude: 1,220 mt | Meals: Dinner
Arrive in Haridwar, meet and greet with our representative After then and drive to Barkot via Mussoorie. On arrival check-in to Hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 • Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot
Drive Distance: 45 km one side | Trek distance: 5 km one side | Max Altitude: 3,293 mt | Meals:Breakfast & Dinner
Early morning (4:00 AM) drive to Jankichatti), start a 5 Kms trek from Janki Chatti to Yamunotri either by walk, Doli or by horse at your own cost. On arrival at Yamunotri, take a bath in hot Jamnabai Kund, then go for Temple darshan, after temple darshan trek down to Jankichatti and then proceed to Syanachatti. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 • Barkot – Uttarkashi
Drive Distance: 85 km | Duration: 3 hours | Max Altitude: 1,158 mt | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Morning (9:00 AM) after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Uttarkashi. On route, visit the famous temple of Kashi –Viswnath. On arrival at Uttarkashi, check-in to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 4 • Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi
Drive Distance: 100 km one side | Duration: 4 hours one side | Max Altitude: 3,415 mt | Meals:Breakfast & Dinner
Early morning (5:00 AM) drive to Gangotri. At Gangotri, take a holy dip in the river Ganga(also known as Bhagirthi at its origin). Then proceed for Temple darshan, after temple darshan drive back to Uttarkashi for an overnight stay.
Day 5 • Uttarkashi – Guptkashi
Drive Distance: 200 km | Duration: 7-8 hours | Max Altitude: 1,319 mt | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Morning (7:00 AM) after breakfast check out from the hotel and then drive to Guptkashi. On arrival at Guptkashi, check-in to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 6 • Guptkashi – GauriKund – Kedarnath
Drive Distance: 35 km | Trek distance: 21 km | Max Altitude: 3,583 mt | Meals: NA
Early morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Sonprayag. From there, you will start your 20 km trek to Kedarnath. You can hire a doli or a horse for your trek (Cost Not Included). On arrival at Kedarnath, check-in to the hotel for an overnight stay. Only basic accommodation/room is available on a sharing basis, you can take meals at your own cost.
Day 7 • Kedarnath – Gaurikund – Guptkashi
Drive Distance: 35 km | Trek distance: 21 km | Max Altitude: 3,583 mt | Meals: Dinner
Early in the morning (4:00 AM) go for temple darshan. After darshan, come back to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, trek down to Gaurikund. Your vehicle awaits for you in Sonprayag Car Parking which will drive you back to the hotel in Guptkashi. On arrival, check-in to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Reference to Helicopter service:
Kindly Note: There will be some changes in the itinerary for those who are unable to get Heli service due the weather condition for visiting Kedarnath on day 06. The alternative programme for day 07 would be as follows: Those who are unable to get Heli Service, for visiting the Kedarnath Temple, start the trek early in the morning of day 07 by pony/Doli/walk (approx 21 Kms one side), so that you can come back the same day by late evening.
Day 8 • Guptkashi – Badrinath
Drive Distance: 200 km | Duration: 8 hours | Max Altitude: 3,300 mt | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Morning (7:00 AM) after breakfast drive to Badrinath. On arrival check-in to the hotel for an overnight stay. If reached on time you can enjoy the beautiful evening aarti at Badrinath Temple.
Day 9 • Badrinath – Pipalkoti
Drive Distance: 75 km | Duration: 4 hours | Max Altitude: 3,300 mt | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Early morning (4:00 AM) take a bath in Tapt Kund also known as Suryakund. Then go for temple darshan, after having temple darshan come back to Hotel. After coming back, have your breakfast and take a short break before you go and enjoy the interesting sightseeing of Mana Village (the last village before the Tibetan border). Visit Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Charan Paduka, Bhim pul and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. After that drive to Pipalkoti, check-in to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 10 • Pipalkoti – Haridwar
Drive Distance: 235 km | Duration: 7 hours | Meals: Breakfast
Early morning, after breakfast, you drive downhill to Rishikesh, a spiritual city and the Yoga capital of the world. On reaching Rishikesh you'll do the Rishikesh sightseeing visit Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula. In the evening drive to Haridwar and drop at the Railway Station.
What's Included
- Transport
- Stay
- Food
What's Not Included
Important Information
Booking
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Payment Terms
<p>50% Payment will be as an advance payment for booking all the arrangements for your yatra, 50% pending payment will be done on the 1st day when your yatra will start from Rishikesh/Haridwar/Dehradun.</p>